News & Press
We value our relationships with media partners – local and national. From developments in 988 and suicide intervention programs to advocacy around opioid use prevention, Lines for Life acts as a powerful force and expert voice in public information regarding substance use and suicide prevention.
Check out some of our latest news highlights below and learn more about news topics surrounding our mission.
For details on our 2019 suicide prevention media coverage, visit the Breaking the Silence website.
Press Contacts
We value our relationships with media partners. For media inquiries, specific content requests, or to arrange an interview with Lines for Life, please email Donna Harrell, Communications Director.
Lines for Life Press Releases
July 14, 2023
Lines For Life Marks One Year Answering 988 Calls, Texts, Chats
Suicide Safe Reporting Resources
Media and online coverage of suicide can be harmful if not adhering to best practices in suicide reporting. The ways that media cover suicide can influence behavior positively by encouraging help-seeking and highlighting prevention efforts.
Recommendations for Reporting on Suicide
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention – Resources for Journalists
In the News
Check out some of our latest news spotlights. For details on our suicide prevention media coverage event, visit the Breaking the Silence website.
KTVZ-TV – July 13, 2023
Oregon Public Broadcasting – February 28, 2023
Oregon Capital Chronicle – February 27, 2023
PBS News Hour – January 25, 2023
Central Oregon Daily – October 6, 2022
OregonLive – October 25, 2021
Public News Service – March 27, 2020
Portland Mercury – March 26, 2020
New York Post – March 26, 2020
KOBI – March 25, 2020
The Oregonian – March 24, 2020
KATU – March 24, 2020